All data are in degrees Fahrenheit

en

Water temperature in Mombasa

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Mombasa. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Sea temperature in Mombasa now

84.4

°F

May 1, 05:42

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

84.3°F

Tomorrow:

84.4°F

Sunrise:

06:19

Sunset:

18:18

Day Length:

11 h. 59 min.

Mombasa in May

Minimum:

81.4°F

Average:

82.9°F

Maximum:

84.3°F

Sea water temperature in Mombasa today

As of now, in Mombasa, the water temperature is 84.4°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 0.6°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 85.5°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 82.3°F on 2021.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 83.8°F, the minimum temperature may reach 83.3°F, and the maximum might stay at 84.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Mombasa

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 17 84.7°F 84.3°F 84.4°F
Apr 18 84.6°F 84.6°F 84.4°F
Apr 19 84.1°F 84.5°F 84.3°F
Apr 20 84.0°F 84.6°F 84.3°F
Apr 21 83.4°F 84.7°F 84.1°F
Apr 22 83.2°F 84.7°F 84.2°F
Apr 23 83.0°F 84.7°F 84.1°F
Apr 24 83.4°F 84.0°F 83.9°F
Apr 25 83.7°F 84.0°F 84.0°F
Apr 26 83.2°F 83.7°F 83.8°F
Apr 27 83.5°F 84.0°F 83.9°F
Apr 28 83.5°F 83.9°F 83.9°F
Apr 29 83.8°F 83.5°F 83.8°F
Apr 30 84.3°F 83.9°F 83.7°F
May 1 84.4°F 84.2°F 83.8°F
May 2 84.4°F 84.5°F 83.8°F
May 3 84.2°F 84.1°F 83.7°F
May 4 84.0°F 83.8°F 83.5°F
May 5 83.9°F 83.7°F 83.3°F
May 6 83.7°F 83.5°F 83.1°F
May 7 83.4°F 83.3°F 82.9°F
May 8 83.3°F 83.0°F 82.7°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Mombasa by month

In Mombasa, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.
The warmest water in Mombasa was recorded on March 18, 2024, reaching a 87.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 15, 2022, dipping to 76.5°F. The average readings by season are 82.3°F in Winter, 83.7°F in Spring, 79.1°F in Summer, and 80.1°F in Autumn.